In 3-4 sentences, explain how you see the job of a journalist evolving in the next five years

I think the content journalists write and produce will be even more tailored to the fast-paced, on-the-go lifestyles people live. We, of course, have already been seeing this with the extensive use of short blurb sites like Twitter and smartphone apps by various media outlets, but I think it will develop even further. “Listicles” have become such a popular form of reporting information because it’s fast and easy to follow and I think these will continue to grow and be used by media outlets that have not traditionally used this format. I also see journalists using new technologies like Google Glasses or GoPro cameras to produce colorful multimedia content that readers can view right on their phones, tablets, and future popular portable electronic devices.

Describe your school in five words

Keep Calm and Fight On!

Who is your favorite person to follow on Twitter and why?

The Professor Snape Twitter (@_Snape_) because EVERYTHING is about 100 times funnier when tweeted by Professor Snape.

What was your first online screen name?

It was something along the lines of gryffindorgirl94. I have been the biggest Harry Potter fan for about 13 years now and everything I had or made in elementary school had something to do with Harry Potter. I would even draw a little lightning bolt scar next to my name when I would write it on the top of my papers.

If you had to choose a movie title for your life story (so far), what would it be and why?

My movie title would be Curlz because I’ve always been identified by my curly/frizzy bright blonde hair. I somehow always get picked out of the audience during magic shows, because I swear this hair glows in the dark. I also decided on a “z” instead of an “s” because z’s are more fun.

If you could have one last meal, what would it be? Appetizer, main course and dessert!

Appetizer: Freshly made guacamole with tortilla chips.
Main Course: A Pad Thai noodle dish, with perfectly seasoned and spiced chicken, fresh vegetables, crushed peanuts, and five limes on the side for squeezing on top.
Dessert: A deep dish chocolate chip cookie with vanilla bean ice cream on top.

Would you rather be a banana or an apple? Why?

I would rather be an apple because I could live in a beautiful apple orchard in the countryside and be around happy families that go apple picking. I’ve also seen photographers take really neat photos of colorful apples in the natural light of the orchards, which is pretty cool.

Of the stories you have written, which are you most proud of and why?

I’m most proud of a story I wrote about the two art installations that will be in a new hospital opening in an area of Los Angeles that has desperately needed one for many years. The artists were both very inspirational people who put so much heart and soul into their work. I loved sharing their stories and how they hoped their artwork would offer an escape within a busy hospital environment.

What’s your idea of a perfect first date?

It would start in the afternoon with a little nature hike, then dinner at a quirky restaurant, then browsing together in either Barnes and Noble or an independent bookshop, and then a late night boba milk tea run.

If you could have a $500 gift card to any store, which would you choose and why?

Barnes and Noble. I love reading and I love collecting books. Reading a physical book has always been really important to me because I feel more involved with the story and more accomplished when I turn that last page. I also think books smell AMAZING.

What music do you listen to while writing?

My favorite song to listen to while writing is the theme song from Pirates of the Caribbean, but the main genre of music that I listen to while writing is classical music with “umph”- this includes violinist Lindsey Stirling, Vitamin String Quartet versions of modern upbeat songs, and the Pirates of the Caribbean dance remixes.